Mariehamn

The summer of 2010 is going to go down in diving history. In July several bottles of 200-year-old champagne were found on the seabed off Åland. At the end of the summer some bottles of beer were also found, and they are probably the world's oldest beers.

The Harvest Festival weekend is the great experience of autumn. In three pleasant days, September 17-19th, the festival acknowledges all good things in life through experiences and enjoyment for all senses.

There are many alternatives for accommodations in Mariehamn – everything from a tent in a camping ground to a luxurious hotel room.

One of the most genuine Åland experiences you can enjoy is to have a smoke sauna. It is a tradition that goes back thousands of years that has survived to the present. Take the opportunity when you are in Åland to get behind the myth and try out a smoke sauna!

A beautiful view across the Åland Sea and a historically interesting environment makes the island Kobba Klintar, by the inlet to Mariehamn's western harbour, a popular excursion destination.

In the new Alandica Kultur och Kongress there are modern premises and conference technologies in an inspiring environment for all types of arrangements. The building will be finished in spring – centrally in the Nordic countries, centrally in Mariehamn, centrally in a park by the water.

Enjoy a delicious meal with friends at one of the cosy restaurants in Mariehamn. A lunch menu is served in the weekdays and à la Carte is served in the evenings and at weekends.

Families enjoy the Åland islands. These islands are relaxed and secure and there are lots to see and experience. The journey is quick and simple from Sweden or Finland and there are many accommodation alternatives to choose in between,